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Recreation centre draws large, multi-cultural crowd as it celebrates one year anniversary

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- It was a busy day at Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre Sunday, as the facility celebrated its one year anniversary. Staff members say they've seen larger than expected growth since the facility opened its new features last spring.

Power use drops slightly in Edmonton during Earth Hour

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Epcor said the city used 921.37 megawatts of power from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, compared with 950.10 during the same time last week, a drop of about three per cent.

Flooding a concern for city crews as temperatures rise into next week

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- After receiving upwards of 30 centimetres of snow in some areas of Edmonton Thursday, there are concerns over flooding, as temperatures rise above the freezing mark next week.

Mental health group to appeal to Parliament to change mentally-ill law revisions

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The Conservative government's tough stand on mentally ill offenders likely won't reduce crime and could have just the opposite result, say leaders of the country's forensic mental health organizations who are drafting a letter to express their concerns.

Panda pair set to arrive in Toronto

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Two pandas will receive a VIP welcome Monday morning when they arrive in Toronto after a 15-hour flight from China.

Province extends deadline for condominium consultation survey

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- Due to a tremendous amount of public interest, the province has extended its condominium consultation survey by 30 days.

Jaroslav Halak makes 19 saves to lead St. Louis Blues past Edmonton Oilers 3-0(2)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Jaroslav Halak couldn't have asked for a much better return to the St. Louis net.

Canadian skip Rachel Homan wins bronze at world women's curling championship(2)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Canada's Rachel Homan defeated Erika Brown of the United States 8-6 on Sunday to win the bronze medal at the world women's curling championship.

Pope Francis kicks-off Holy Week with Palm Sunday mass

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Pope Francis celebrated his first Palm Sunday Mass in St. Peter's Square, encouraging people to be humble and young at heart as he promised to go to a youth jamboree Brazil this summer, while the faithful enthusiastically waved olive branches and braided palm fronds.

$430,000 raised at Bust a Move for Breast Health fitness extravaganza

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- Hundreds of people came together at the Edmonton Expo Centre Saturday, with one common goal- to put an end to breast cancer.

Calgary homicide suspect arrested in Edmonton

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- A man who was wanted in connection with a homicide in Calgary has been arrested in Edmonton.

Police investigate shooting in southwest Edmonton neighbourhood

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- Edmonton police confirm a man has been airlifted to hospital after being shot at, in a southwest Edmonton neighbourhood.

Remains of second Canadian identified from site of Algerian gas plant attack

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The remains of a second Canadian have been identified from the carnage of January's terrorist attack at an Algeria natural gas plant.

Vote splitting a key topic during final Liberal leadership debate

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The final debate of the federal Liberal leadership race was a mostly sedate affair that only saw some sparks fly toward the end over the issue of strategic voting.

Kit Kats recalled due to possible plastic pieces in product

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning people not to consume certain Nestle Kit Kat Chunky bars because they may contain pieces of plastic.

Canadians joined millions around the world marking Earth Hour

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Canadians joined millions of people around the world in marking Earth Hour last night.

Sixteen face charges over Brazil nightclub fire

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Criminal charges are being sought against 16 people in connection with the nightclub fire that killed 241 people in southern Brazil earlier this year, police said Friday.

U of A researchers want to see an end to unhealthy food and beverage ads targeted at children

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- Researchers at the University of Alberta are calling on Ottawa to put an end to unhealthy food and beverage advertisements targeted at children.

City cleans up after massive spring snow storm

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- What a difference a day makes. The weather in Edmonton can be unpredictable at times, and Thursday was no exception.

Driver escapes frightening pile up on QE2

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The Capital Region is recovering after Thursday's spring snow storm which created chaos for motorists in the area.

Man convicted in Mayerthorpe Mountie deaths will not apply for early parole

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - One of two men convicted in the deaths of four Alberta Mounties has decided not to apply for early parole.

Alberta health minister says doctors lobbing personal attacks in fee dispute(2)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Alberta's doctor-pay dispute took a nasty turn Friday, with doctors telling Health Minister Fred Horne that if he wants to cut their budget by an additional $275 million, he can figure it out himself.

Ex-employee charged in connection with $1.1-million bank fraud, Edmonton RCMP say

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

A former Royal Bank of Canada employee has been charged after a police investigation revealed a sophisticated bank fraud involving more than $1.1 million.

Less than half of Liberal supporters register to vote for new leader

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Less than half the almost 300,000 people who signed up to take part in the federal Liberal leadership race have registered to vote, despite getting an extra week in which to do so.

Details of Magnotta case a secret to all Canadians - except these people

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

They make up the tiny segment of the population that has heard the disturbing evidence at the high-profile case of alleged killer Luka Rocco Magnotta.

POLL: Should junk food ads aimed at Children be banned?

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Given the traffic tie-ups caused by bad weather on Wednesday, do you think winter tires should be mandatory in the greater Edmonton area? Let us know what you think by voting in our poll.

Fired female Edmonton constable should get her job back, board rules

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

A junior Edmonton police constable fired for lying about an affair with her superior should get her job back because her punishment was unreasonable, the Law Enforcement Appeal Board said in a decision Thursday.

Man convicted for role in Mayerthorpe RCMP deaths cancels parole hearing

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

One of two men convicted in the deaths of four Alberta Mounties has decided not to apply for early parole.

Anthony Henday Drive re-opened, travel there still not recommended

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- Police tried to shut down Anthony Henday Drive Thursday afternoon due to white-out conditions and poor visibility, only to re-open it less than two hours later. Only Alberta Transport has the authority to shut down the highway. Travel on the Henday is still not recommended.

Alberta's Finance Minister pleased feds extending cost-shared infrastructure plan in budget

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Alberta's finance minister is pleased the federal budget is mirroring the provincial one by investing in infrastructure while holding the line on day-to-day spending.

Hundreds of Alberta pharmacists descend on legislature to protest government drug changes

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Clad in her white lab coat, Rita Lyster was barely visible Thursday standing amid the snowstorm outside the Alberta legislature.

Professionally documenting child's birth growing in popularity

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The once private experience of childbirth is being made public by some parents who are choosing to document the important life event in a new way.

Alberta School Boards Association leaves decision on teacher deal to locals(2)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Alberta Education Minister Jeff Johnson says he's pleased to see that the umbrella group that speaks for school boards is taking a hands-off approach to a proposed provincewide contract for teachers.

Man charged in head-on collision north of Edmonton that claimed three lives

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- A 23-year-old woman and two young children are dead following a head-on collision north of Westlock Thursday morning.

Spring snow storm wreaks havoc on Edmonton area highways

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- Hundreds of people have been injured following a multi-vehicle crash in snowy conditions near Leduc on Highway 2 south of Edmonton.

Highlights of 2013 federal budget

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Highlights from the federal budget tabled Thursday by Finance Minister Jim Flaherty.

Edmonton hosting opener with Canada in 2015 Women’s World Cup of Soccer

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Edmonton will host the Canadian soccer team in the opening match and 10 other games for the 2015 Women’s World Cup, FIFA announced Thursday.

Surgical waits in Alberta risk women's lives, MDs say

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Alberta’s long queue for urogynecology surgeries is putting the safety of some female patients at risk, contend physician specialists pushing for new recruits and additional operating room time to deal with surging demand.

Flaherty to forego usual budget tour for Asia trip

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Finance Minister Jim Flaherty will take the unusual step of leaving the country for an extended trip after he presents the budget, Global News has learned.

Budget puts brakes on spending hoping to accelerate growth

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

When Jim Flaherty was a young man, they called it a brake stand - one foot on the gas and one on the brake, creating lots of noise and plumes of blue smoke but moving the vehicle sideways if at all.

Nightmare neighbour gets probation

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

An Edmonton man who terrorized, insulted, stalked and threatened his neighbours for years was sentenced to 18 months of probation Wednesday.

10 year-old girl uses code word test to thwart abduction attempt

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Durham Regional Police are investigating after a 10-year-old Ajax girl was approached by a man who attempted to lure her to his vehicle on Monday.

Alberta should upgrade bitumen here, Stelmach says

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Alberta’s pipeline capacity will be a recurring problem for the province as long as the oilsands are in production, former premier Ed Stelmach said Wednesday.

City council approves $1 million in EPS funding for prisoner transfer

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- City council has voted to increase the Edmonton Police Service's (EPS) budget by $1 million this year, to cover the cost of transferring prisoners to the new Edmonton Remand Centre.

Sentencing reserved for teens who shot and killed 5-year-old boy on Alberta reserve

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- Lawyers for three teens who shot at a house on an Alberta reserve, killing a sleeping five-year-old boy, argued over their sentences in a Wetaskiwin courtroom Wednesday.

Dan Boyle scores in shootout as San Jose Sharks rally past Edmonton Oilers 4-3

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - In a free fall in the standings, the San Jose Sharks are grateful for any handhold they can find.

Redford adamant no provincial money for new Edmonton arena

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Alison Redford has once again said there will be no direct provincial funding of a new NHL arena in downtown Edmonton.

Snowfall warning issued for Edmonton and surrounding areas

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Edmonton and surrounding areas, including many areas northeast of the city.

Former premier Ralph Klein's condition deteriorating

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Various sources are telling Global News that former premier Ralph Klein's health is deteriorating and the former premier is seriously ill.

Alberta's Chief Electoral Officer won't seek another term

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Alberta's chief electoral officer says he doesn't want to be reappointed when his term expires next month.

Edmonton police seek help locating man wanted on Canada-wide warrants

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - The Edmonton Police Service is asking for the support of the city’s Somali community to locate Hassan Isse Ismail, who is wanted on Canada-wide warrants for second-degree murder.

First Nations vow to block Keystone, Gateway pipelines

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

An alliance of First Nations leaders is preparing to fight proposed new pipelines both in the courts and through unspecified direct action.

Calgary named ‘best place to live in Canada’

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Calgary has been awarded the impressive title of ‘best place to live in Canada’ by MoneySense magazine, knocking off three-time champ Ottawa.

Sentencing to begin for teens who shot and killed 5-year-old boy on Alberta reserve

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Three teenagers are scheduled to appear for a sentencing hearing Wednesday for the death of a five-year-old boy who was shot and killed as he slept in his bed in Hobbema, Alberta.

German scientists quit oilsands research over heated public climate concerns

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Pressure over environmental concerns has forced Germany's largest scientific organization to pull out of joint research with Alberta on better ways to upgrade oilsands bitumen.

Edmonton school boards vote on proposed deal between teachers and province

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - The Edmonton Public School Board will be encouraging the ASBA not to recommend the tentative agreement reached by the Alberta Teachers Association and the province. The Edmonton Catholic School Board is endorsing the deal.

Body of missing B.C. skier recovered in Yoho National Park

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Mark Taylor, the general manager of Parks for the city of Abbotsford, was one of three people backcountry skiing last Tuesday evening when the accident happened. Two others activated a search and rescue beacon as soon as he fell, but due to bad weather rescue crews were not able to get to the area.

Edmonton moves forward on controversial mature neighbourhoods bylaw

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON – Following a lengthy public hearing, city council voted Tuesday to change zoning bylaws to allow subdividing 50 foot lots and building new homes closer to front streets.

AECL review forces federal nuclear liability to increase by $2.4 billion

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

OTTAWA - A sudden $2.4-billion revision to Canada's nuclear liabilities has crept up on Finance Minister Jim Flaherty and substantially deepened the deficit for the current fiscal year at a time when he is trying desperately to whittle it down.

Redford clarifies: not pushing feds to impose national carbon tax

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Alison Redford says she isn't urging the federal government to impose a national tax on carbon emissions.

Investigator suspects no mechanical failure of plane that crashed in Antarctica(2)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Preliminary findings by the Transportation Safety Board suggest there were no mechanical problems with a plane that crashed in Antarctica, killing three Canadians.

Municipal affairs minister discusses controversial comment

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Municipal Affairs Minister Doug Griffiths has faced criticism since a comment he made during Question Period last week over how rural urban areas are allowed to collect certain taxes.

Rescue teams make it to traverse where B.C. skier fell into crevasse

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Mark Taylor, the general manager of Parks for the city of Abbotsford, has been missing since last Tuesday after falling down a crevasse.

Storm delays Billy Elliot's opening night at Jubilee

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Bad weather and travel delays have pushed back the opening night performance of 'Billy Elliot the Musical' at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.

Sherwood Park man killed in snowboarding accident

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Family and friends are mourning a 21-year-old Sherwood Park man who died on the afternoon of March 9 in a snowboarding accident in Jasper National Park.

Lululemon warns pants recall due to 'sheerness' will hurt sales in first quarter(2)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

VANCOUVER - Lululemon Athletica Inc. (TSX:LLL) said Tuesday a problem with the sheerness in the material used for a batch of its hip-hugging black Luon pants and crops has forced it to pull them from its shelves and will cut into sales.

Alberta VLTs changing to reduce problem gambling

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

All of Alberta’s 6,000 aging VLTs will be replaced by summer with new machines designed to reduce problem gambling.

Magnotta collapses after seeing video evidence during preliminary hearing

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Luka Rocco Magnotta collapsed to the courtroom floor after seeing video evidence presented against him, forcing a postponement in his preliminary hearing Tuesday.

Public speaks out about Edmonton’s controversial mature neighbourhoods bylaw

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

A plan to change development rules in Edmonton’s mature neighbourhoods continued to divide opinions Monday when it returned to city council.

Mortar explosion during training kills 7 Marines

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Seven Marines were killed when a 60mm mortar exploded unexpectedly at a Nevada military depot that's an important training facility for troops headed overseas, a Marine Corps official said.

Searchers hope to renew rescue efforts for B.C. man trapped in crevasse

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Searchers were hoping to resume their efforts to find a missing B.C. skier Tuesday after being forced to hold off on Monday because of heavy snow.

Social media tools will be key to communicating next federal budget

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The federal government is turning to social media to help unveil and promote its annual fiscal plan this Thursday. Finance Minister Jim Flaherty will be tweeting elements of his day as he prepares to deliver the budget.

Pope Francis officially starts papacy

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Pope Francis urged princes, presidents, sheiks and thousands of ordinary people gathered for his installation Mass on Tuesday to protect the environment, the weakest and the poorest, mapping out a clear focus of his priorities as leader of the world's 1.2 billion Catholics.

Alberta doctors told to expect $275-million reduction in fees

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Alberta’s health minister says doctors must accept a $275-million reduction in fees to leave room in the budget to pay new physicians coming into the system.

Deal between province and teachers in jeopardy

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

A four year labour deal between the province and teachers may be in jeopardy just a few days after it was announced.

Lawyer, youth worker apologize to police over claims made in rape investigation

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Edmonton Police Chief Rod Knecht says he accepts the apologies issued Monday by an Edmonton lawyer and youth worker who both claimed police last month failed to properly investigate a woman’s sexual assault complaint.

Young Alberta farmers going on-line to connect and inspire

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Some young Alberta farmers are concerned about the future of farming in Canada. So they've created the organization Farm On to help young people become successful farmers.

Canada-U.S. ties would suffer from a Keystone rejection: Redford

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

OTTAWA - A U.S. rejection of the Keystone XL pipeline proposal would have far-reaching implications for the Canada-U.S. relationship, Alberta Premier Alison Redford warns.

Winter wallop keeps Capital Region under heavy snow

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON – The snow continues to fall in the Capital Region, and Edmonton crews will begin blading residential roads midnight Tuesday.

Wildrose party donates part of MLA salaries to make point about pay

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - All members of Alberta's Wildrose party are funnelling eight per cent of their salaries to charity.

The best LRT nicknames not to ride the rails

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - Would you ride the LRT more if you could take routes as clever as the GasoLine, as grumpy as the Oilers Suck Line or as perfectly Edmonton as the Perogy Line?

Premier Redford calls Mulcair's comments made in U.S. 'ridiculous'

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Alberta's premier says comments made by Opposition leader Thomas Mulcair in the U.S. last week were ridiculous.

Edmonton engineering students charged up over zero-emission car

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

University of Alberta engineering students are aiming for the moon — or at least an international mileage record — in this year’s Shell Eco-Marathon next month in Houston.

Edmonton police lay charges in connection with 18-year-old's death

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - The Edmonton Police Service has charged a 16-year-old male with second degree murder and possession of an offensive weapon.

Vatican releases details of installation mass, coat of arms, motto

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis' diplomatic skills were put to the test Monday as he lunched with Argentine President Cristina Fernandez: As leader of Argentina's Catholics, he had accused her government of demagoguery while she called his position on gay adoptions reminiscent of the Middle Ages and the Inquisition.

Chris Hadfield's 1st news conference as ISS Commander

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield will speak to media for the first time since he became commander of the International Space Station (ISS) last week.

Northern Gateway pipeline federal review hearings to resume

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Federal review hearings into the proposed Northern Gateway pipeline are set to resume this week in Prince Rupert, to hear more on the company's efforts to engage Aboriginals and consult the public.

Gunfight broke out after escaped prisoners tracked down to cabin in Quebec: Police

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

A stunning helicopter escape from prison allegedly began with a gun being pulled on a pilot who was in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Canadian teens think fossil fuels are vital – they're just not sure how they feel about that

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Canadian teenagers from coast to coast are in an uneasy embrace with the country’s fossil fuel industry: They think it's important for the economy but comes with potential environmental and economic risks.

Alberta makes its case for Keystone XL pipeline with $30,000 New York Times ad

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The Alberta government, continuing to press its case for the Keystone XL pipeline, took out out an ad in Sunday's New York Times newspaper, tying the controversial project to core American values and to U.S. pride in its military.

UPDATE: Seasonal parking ban over as of 7 p.m. Sunday

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The City of Edmonton's seasonal parking ban is lifted as of 7 p.m. on Sunday, meaning residents will once again be able to park on collector bus routes.

Family members tour Edmonton's new Remand Centre

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Hundreds of parents, grandmothers and children turned out to tour the new Edmonton Remand Centre Saturday, sneaking in a visit before the pods and cells are off-limits to those without criminal charges.

Dramatic rescue of two skiers near Lake Louise; one still missing

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

CALGARY- Rescuers near Lake Louise, Alberta had been hoping for a break in the weather this weekend so they could keep searching for a skier who has been missing since Wednesday.

Edmontonians embrace their inner Irish on St. Patrick's Day

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

From traditional Irish food, dancing, and of course, beer - the spirit of St. Patrick was alive and well in Edmonton on Sunday.

Derby girls duke it out for the first time on a national stage

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

This weekend more than fifty women strapped on their skates for the first ever Canadian Roller Derby Nationals, held at West Edmonton Mall. It's a sport that's gaining momentum on and off the tracks.

Weather warnings in effect for much of west-central Alberta

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Environment Canada has issued weather warnings for most of west-central Alberta, with many regions expecting between 10 and 15 centimetres of snow.

Alberta doctors call on Redford to step up to the bargaining table

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The Alberta Medical Association is asking Premier Alison Redford to step up to the bargaining table after she announced a four year deal with teachers on Friday.

Edmonton's Paula Findlay wins gold at first Olympic-distance race since London

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Edmonton's Paula Findlay took a small, yet significant, step forward Saturday in her rebuild to elite form by winning the Pan American Cup triathlon.

250,000 brave chilly, damp Dublin for St. Patrick's Day parade

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Never mind the fickle Irish weather. A chilly, damp Dublin celebrated St. Patrick's Day with artistic flair anyway Sunday as the focal point for a weekend of Irish celebrations worldwide.

Alberta teachers discuss deal from province

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

One day after Premier Alison Redford announced a new four-year deal has been tentatively reached with teachers, the province's teachers came together on Saturday to better understand what that deal will actually mean for them if they choose to accept it through a vote.

Your guide to St. Patrick's Day drinks

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

St. Paddy's partiers are known to enjoy a green beer or two (or three) on what is one of the busiest days of the year for Irish pubs. But there are plenty of other beverages to enjoy this March 17th, while still staying in the St. Patrick's Day spirit.

Winter blast has Edmontonians sounding off

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Spring may only be four days away, but Mother Nature doesn't seem to have gotten the memo, hitting Edmonton with a hefty dumping of snow. Here's what some people had to say about it.

Family worries about impact of Red Deer's Michener Centre closure

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Earlier this week the government announced that next fall Red Deer's Michener Centre will close its doors. For one man, that means saying goodbye to the place he's called home for five decades.

Alberta government threatens doctors with massive pay cut

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

CALGARY- Global News has obtained a letter from Alberta Health Minister Fred Horne that demands doctors agree to a huge cut.

Canada's Marc Ouellet came close to becoming pope, media reports say

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Marc Ouellet of Canada almost became the Roman Catholic Church’s first pontiff from the New World before he asked his backers to switch their support to the eventual winner, Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina, according to several media reports.

UPDATE: Alberta post-secondary students rally against education cuts

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON - University and college students, faculty and staff are rallying outside the Alberta legislature Friday afternoon to protest cuts to post-secondary education.

Pope Francis charms journalists in first press conference

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Pope Francis offered intimate insights Saturday into the moments after his election, telling journalists that he was immediately inspired to take the name of St. Francis of Assisi because of his work for peace and the poor - and was embraced by another cardinal amid applause inside the conclave.

3 dead after small plane crashes in Florida parking lot

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

A small plane crashed into a parking lot near a South Florida airport Friday afternoon, killing all three people onboard and burning about a dozen cars. No one on the ground was hurt.

Medavac services begin out of Edmonton International Airport

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- The new air ambulance base at the Edmonton International Airport (EIA) officially opened Friday, putting an end to medevac services to the City Centre Airport. Despite the official opening, doctors with the Save Our medevac Service society are disappointed with the decision.

TSB warned of runway risks at Pearson Airport before near-disaster

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation after a plane narrowly missed landing on an empty work van that rolled onto the runway at Pearson Airport early this week.

EPSB concerned with future of school boards in Alberta

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON – Premier Alison Redford announced Friday that the Alberta government had reached a tentative four-year agreement with the province’s teachers. However, the Edmonton Public School Board is not pleased local boards were left out of the discussions.

Oliver residents voice concern over proposed development

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

EDMONTON- Many Oliver residents have voiced their concerns over a proposed development in their neighbourhood.

Edmonton police respond to over 200 collisions during 24 hour period

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

The snow that started falling on Edmonton Thursday morning and continued through Friday has caused havoc on city roads.

Top-ranked Alberta stays alive with win over Saint Mary’s

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

Alberta stays alive at CIS championships with 4-3 OT win over Saint Mary's.

Ontario man caught with staggering drug haul near Banff

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

A RCMP service dog was called in after a man was pulled over for speeding, and detected a controlled substance. A resulting vehicle search uncovered a staggering 49 pounds of marijuana, with a street value of $225,000.

Alberta reaches tentative agreement with 40,000 teachers

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:21:35 GMT

CALGARY – After more than two years of discussions Premier Alison Redford announced on Friday that the Alberta government has reached a tentative four-year agreement with the province’s teachers.

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Budget puts brakes on spending hoping to accelerate growth

Nightmare neighbour gets probation

10 year-old girl uses code word test to thwart abduction attempt

Alberta should upgrade bitumen here, Stelmach says

City council approves $1 million in EPS funding for prisoner transfer

Sentencing reserved for teens who shot and killed 5-year-old boy on Alberta reserve

Dan Boyle scores in shootout as San Jose Sharks rally past Edmonton Oilers 4-3

Redford adamant no provincial money for new Edmonton arena

Snowfall warning issued for Edmonton and surrounding areas

Former premier Ralph Klein's condition deteriorating

Alberta's Chief Electoral Officer won't seek another term

Edmonton police seek help locating man wanted on Canada-wide warrants

First Nations vow to block Keystone, Gateway pipelines

Calgary named ‘best place to live in Canada’

Sentencing to begin for teens who shot and killed 5-year-old boy on Alberta reserve

German scientists quit oilsands research over heated public climate concerns

Edmonton school boards vote on proposed deal between teachers and province

Body of missing B.C. skier recovered in Yoho National Park

Edmonton moves forward on controversial mature neighbourhoods bylaw

AECL review forces federal nuclear liability to increase by $2.4 billion

Redford clarifies: not pushing feds to impose national carbon tax

Investigator suspects no mechanical failure of plane that crashed in Antarctica(2)

Municipal affairs minister discusses controversial comment

Rescue teams make it to traverse where B.C. skier fell into crevasse

Storm delays Billy Elliot's opening night at Jubilee

Sherwood Park man killed in snowboarding accident

Lululemon warns pants recall due to 'sheerness' will hurt sales in first quarter(2)

Alberta VLTs changing to reduce problem gambling

Magnotta collapses after seeing video evidence during preliminary hearing

Public speaks out about Edmonton’s controversial mature neighbourhoods bylaw

Mortar explosion during training kills 7 Marines

Searchers hope to renew rescue efforts for B.C. man trapped in crevasse

Social media tools will be key to communicating next federal budget

Pope Francis officially starts papacy

Alberta doctors told to expect $275-million reduction in fees

Deal between province and teachers in jeopardy

Lawyer, youth worker apologize to police over claims made in rape investigation

Young Alberta farmers going on-line to connect and inspire

Canada-U.S. ties would suffer from a Keystone rejection: Redford